BIO-100G Explorations in Biology: Life in Space.
A thematic course exploring five fundamental features of all biological systems, including organization, information flow, energy and matter, interactions, and evolution. We will focus on two aspects of life in space. 1) The nature of and requirements for extraterrestrial life: how will we know it when we find it? 2) How to meet limitations to long term human survival in space? Research into the effects of reduced gravity, supplying a nutritious diet, and managing microbial interactions. Class project will plan life support for a sustainable human colony on Mars or the moon.
Standard Course (40)
Credits
1
Offered
Fall
Notes
Three hours of class and three hours of laboratory. Not open to students who have taken Bio 101, 102 or any other Explorations in Biology course. Admission of non-first year students with permission of the instructor.